Turk Telecom U16 Tournament: Russia advanced to Final Four - Feb 3, 2012 (by Eurobasket News )
Serbia U16-Russia U16 66:76
Russia advanced to Final Four of the Turk Telekom International Tournament for U16 teams. The Russian team overcame Serbia U16 76:66 due to the first half.
Russia started with 18-11 and added 23-13 in the second period. Serbia responded with two victories in the second half but could not save the game.
Aleksandr Gavrilov (192-PG-96) poured in 17 points to lead the charge and Pavel Afanasev (194-SG-96) added 12 [read more]
Serbia U16-Russia U16 66:76
Russia advanced to Final Four of the Turk Telekom International Tournament for U16 teams. The Russian team overcame Serbia U16 76:66 due to the first half. Russia started with 18-11 and added 23-13 in the second period. Serbia responded with two victories in the second half but could not save the game. Aleksandr Gavrilov (192-PG-96) poured in 17 points to lead the charge and Pavel Afanasev (194-SG-96) added 12. Andrey Korolyatin (200-PF-96) and Maxim Morozov (202-PF-96) followed them with 11 points each in a win. Stefan Lazarevic (193-SG-96) and Ivan Daskalovic (199-SG-96) finished the game with 13 points each in defeat, while Stefan Pano and Vasilije Vucetic (206-PF-96) netted 10 points apiece. Russia will take on Egypt in the Semifinal that overcame Ukraine in the Quarterfinals. Ehab Saleh pulled Egypt to the semis of the Turk Telekom International Tournament for U16 teams. The African team proved their ambitions for the top places after an easy 91:69 win.
Nenad Miljenovic number one in Serbia for round 18 - Feb 2, 2012 (by Eurobasket News )
Guard Nenad Miljenovic (194-G-93, agency: Beo Basket) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Mega Vizura, receiving a Eurobasket.com Player of the Week award for round 18.
The 18-year old player had a double-double of 13 points and 15 rebounds (7 assists, 4 steals), while his team crushed Smederevo (#9, 9-9) with 21-point margin 90-69. Mega Vizura maintains the 3rd position in Serbian A League [read more]
Guard Nenad Miljenovic (194-G-93, agency: Beo Basket) put on an extraordinary performance in the last round for Mega Vizura, receiving a Eurobasket.com Player of the Week award for round 18. The 18-year old player had a double-double of 13 points and 15 rebounds (7 assists, 4 steals), while his team crushed Smederevo (#9, 9-9) with 21-point margin 90-69. Mega Vizura maintains the 3rd position in Serbian A League. They would have been even better if they hadn't lost a few games earlier this season. Mega Vizura will need more victories to improve their 13-5 record. Miljenovic turned to be Mega Vizura's top player in his first season with the team. Nenad Miljenovic averages just after three games 17.0ppg.
The second best player in last round's games was young Nemanja Todorovic (205-C/F-91) of Borac. Todorovic had a very good evening with 25 points and 8 rebounds. Bad luck as Borac lost that game 66-74 to the lower-ranked Sloboda Uzice (#10, 6-12). This loss caused Borac to drop to 5th position in the standings. His team lost some distance to top teams. But 11-7 record is not bad and everything may still change. Todorovic is well-known at Borac and is a proven leader in his second season with the team.
Third on the list of top players last round was guard Marko Boltic (193-G-87) of league's second-best BKK Radnicki. Boltic showcased his all-around game by recording 21 points, six rebounds and nine assists in the last round. He was a key player of BKK Radnicki, leading his team to a 88-77 win against the lower-ranked Proleter Naftagas (#14, 2-16). BKK Radnicki needs these victories very badly if they think about taking over top position in the standings. Their record at this point is 13 victories and 5 lost games. Boltic has a great season in Serbia. After 17 games, he made it on the list of the league's leaders in assists with 4.4apg (7th best). He also has 2.3spg and FGP: 51.5%.
Other top performing players last week: 4. Djordje Tresac (193-SF-87) of Sloga - 22 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists 5. Branko Jereminov (187-G-87) of Tamis - 18 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists 6. Aleksandar Petrovic (206-C-72) of BKK Radnicki - 19 points and 12 rebounds 7. Branko Milisavljevic (193-G-76) of Mega Vizura - 20 points, 3 rebounds and 8 assists 8. Bogdan Obrenovic (206-F/C-90) of Proleter Naftagas - 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists 9. Ivan Smiljanic (198-F-89) of Radnicki Basket - 20 points, 4 rebounds and 2 assists 10. Dusan Cantekin (222-C-90) of Mega Vizura - 15 points and 6 rebounds
The Player of the week is choosen based on efficiency calculation, but also including game result, importance of the game, if played recorded double-double/triple-double, etc. The efficiency formula is a combination of various formulas used by different basketball organizations/leagues. We got involved many basketball scouts and journalists to assure it's accuracy. The formula: 1.5*PTS + 3* (REB+AST+ST+BL-TO) - 2*BSAG - 4*PF + 3*PFRV + 4* (2FGPM+3FGPM) + 1.5*FTM - 3* (2FGPA-2FGPM) - 3* (3FGPA-3FGPM) - (FTA-FTM)
A League Round 18: No surprise as #1 Vojvodina defeats Zeleznicar - Feb 1, 2012 (by Eurobasket News )
A League top team - Vojvodina (15-3) managed to deliver another win on Wednesday. This time they beat thirteenth ranked Zeleznicar (4-14) in Indjija 87-76. The game was mostly controlled by Vojvodina. Zeleznicar managed to win third quarter 25-23. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. 24 personal fouls committed by Zeleznicar helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities [read more]
A League top team - Vojvodina (15-3) managed to deliver another win on Wednesday. This time they beat thirteenth ranked Zeleznicar (4-14) in Indjija 87-76. The game was mostly controlled by Vojvodina. Zeleznicar managed to win third quarter 25-23. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. 24 personal fouls committed by Zeleznicar helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Forward Nikola Kalinic (202-F-91) scored 12 points and 5 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and power forward Dragan Zekovic (210-F/C-87, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 10 points and 4 assists during the contest. The best for the losing side was guard Milos Bojovic (198-81, agency: Beo Basket) with 18 points and 7 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Vojvodina maintains first position with 15-3 record. Zeleznicar lost fourth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the thirteenth place with 14 games lost. Vojvodina are looking forward to face Radnicki Basket (#4) in Beograd in the next round. Zeleznicar will play at home against Sloboda (#10) in Uzice and is hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series. The game in Pancevo was also worth to mention about. 5th ranked OKK Beograd (10-8) played at the court of seventh ranked Tamis (11-7). Tamis managed to secure a 5-point victory 67-62. Guard Branko Jereminov (187-87) notched a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the effort and Bojan Stanojevic supported him with 13 points and 6 rebounds. Even 18 points and 5 rebounds by swingman Jovan Koprivica (198-82) did not help to save the game for OKK Beograd. Tamis moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Borac and Radnicki Basket. OKK Beograd at the other side dropped to the seventh position with eight games lost. They share it with Sloga. Tamis will play against Napredak Rubin (#12) in Krusevac in the next round and are hoping to win another game. OKK Beograd's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Beograd BKK Radnicki. An interesting game took place in Uzice where higher ranked Borac (11-7) was upset on the court of eleventh ranked Sloboda (6-12) 74-66 on Wednesday. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Borac. The best player for the winners was Branko Andjic who scored 21 points. At the other side the best for losing team was Nemanja Todorovic who recorded 25 points and 8 rebounds. Sloboda moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Metalac. Loser Borac keeps the fourth position with seven games lost. They share it with Tamis and Radnicki Basket. Sloboda will meet Zeleznicar (#13) in the next round. Borac will play against Metalac (#11) in Valjevo and hope to secure a win. Eighth ranked Sloga (10-8) crushed at home 10th ranked Metalac (6-12) by 24 points 80-56, which is the biggest margin this round. It was a good game for Djordje Tresac who led his team to a victory with 22 points and 5 rebounds. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sloga moved-up to seventh place, which they share with OKK Beograd. Metalac at the other side keeps the tenth position with 12 games lost. Sloga's next round opponent will be Smederevo Vizura (#9) on the road. Metalac will play against Borac in Cacak.
There were no shocking results in the other games in round 18: bottom-ranked Proleter Naftagas lost to BKK Radnicki on the opponent's court 77-88. Radnicki Basket managed to outperform Napredak in a home game 82-70. Smederevo was rolled over Mega Vizura on the road 90-69. The most impressive stats of the last round was 13 points, 15 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals by Nenad Miljenovic of Mega Vizura.
Very expected game in Beograd where 14th ranked Proleter Naftagas (2-16) were defeated by second ranked BKK Radnicki (13-5) 88-77. BKK Radnicki forced 25 Proleter Naftagas turnovers. Their players were unselfish on offense dishing 24 assists. It was a good game for guard Marko Boltic (193-87) who led his team to a victory with 21 points, 6 rebounds, 9 assists and 6 steals. Center Aleksandar Petrovic (206-72) contributed with a double-double by scoring 19 points and 12 rebounds for the winners. BKK Radnicki's coach allowed to play the deep bench players saving starting five for next games. Power forward Bogdan Obrenovic (206-90, agency: INVICTUS Sports Group) replied with 20 points, 5 rebounds and 4 assists and guard Stefan Atanackovic (196-84, agency: 011 Sports) added 14 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists in the effort for Proleter Naftagas. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. BKK Radnicki have a solid three-game winning streak. Newly promoted BKK Radnicki maintains second position with 13-5 record having just two points less than leader Vojvodina, which they share with Mega Vizura. Proleter Naftagas lost ninth consecutive game. They stay at the bottom place with 16 games lost. BKK Radnicki's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will travel locally in Beograd to the arena OKK Beograd. Top scorers: BKK Radnicki: M.Boltic 21+6reb+9ast, A.Petrovic 19+12reb+1ast, N.Gacic 11+1reb+4ast, D.Kitanovic 10+5reb+1ast, M.Tomic 8+2reb, S.Lalic 5+2reb+2ast Proleter Naftagas: B.Obrenovic 20+5reb+4ast, M.Martinovic 16+5reb+1ast, S.Atanackovic 14+6reb+5ast, P.Nikolic 10+4reb+2ast, N.Knezevic 9+5reb+2ast, M.Vulin 4+5reb+2ast
The game in Pancevo was also worth to mention about. 5th ranked OKK Beograd (10-8) played at the court of seventh ranked Tamis (11-7). Tamis managed to secure a 5-point victory 67-62. The hosts were ahead by 1 point but lost the second period ending it with a 2-point deficit before their 19-12 run, which allowed them to win the game. Guard Branko Jereminov (187-87) notched a double-double by scoring 18 points, 11 rebounds and 5 assists to lead the effort and center Bojan Stanojevic (205-88) supported him with 13 points and 6 rebounds. Even 18 points and 5 rebounds by swingman Jovan Koprivica (198-82) did not help to save the game for OKK Beograd. Filip Sepa (198-90, agency: Beo Basket) added 21 points. Tamis moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Borac and Radnicki Basket. OKK Beograd at the other side dropped to the seventh position with eight games lost. They share it with Sloga. Tamis will play against Napredak Rubin (#12) in Krusevac in the next round and are hoping to win another game. OKK Beograd's supporters look forward to an exciting derby game next round, where their team will face at home their local rival from Beograd BKK Radnicki. Top scorers: Tamis: B.Jereminov 18+11reb+5ast, B.Stanojevic 13+6reb, M.Popadic 10+2reb+1ast, D.Habus 8+1ast, M.Radenkovic 8+5reb, D.Buric 6+5reb OKK Beograd: F.Sepa 21+2ast, J.Koprivica 18+5reb, S.Knezevic 7+9reb+2ast, N.Misanovic 6+9reb+1ast, M.Kovac 6, V.Malidzan 4+2reb+2ast
Very predictable result in Beograd where sixth ranked Radnicki Basket (11-7) defeated 12th ranked Napredak Rubin (5-13) 82-70. It looked good early as Napredak Rubin took an 8-point lead at the end of first quarter. But then Radnicki Basket had a 27-15 second period charge getting the lead and Napredak Rubin was not able to take back game control losing it eventually 70-82. Radnicki Basket forced 19 Napredak Rubin turnovers. 27 personal fouls committed by Napredak Rubin helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for forward Ivan Smiljanic (198-89) who led his team to a victory with 20 points. Guard Dejan Djokic (187-89) contributed with 21 points for the winners. American guard Kendrick Jones (190-83, college: Columbus St.) replied with 18 points (on 7-of-8 shooting from the field) and Slaven Cupkovic (205-88) added 17 points in the effort for Napredak Rubin. Both teams had four players each who scored in double figures. Napredak Rubin's coach rotated ten players in this game, but that didn't help. Radnicki Basket moved-up to fourth place, which they share with Borac and Tamis. Napredak Rubin at the other side keeps the twelfth position with 13 games lost. Radnicki Basket's next round opponent will be league's leader Vojvodina in Novi Sad and it may be the game of the week. Napredak Rubin will play at home against Tamis (#6) in Pancevo. Top scorers: Radnicki Basket: D.Djokic 21+2reb+2ast, I.Smiljanic 20+4reb+2ast, M.Stojadinovic 13+4reb+2ast, A.Dzakovic 12+1reb+3ast, A.Zaric 7+1reb, M.Milovanovic 5+1reb+2ast Napredak: K.Jones 18+3reb+3ast, S.Cupkovic 17+4reb, A.Mandic 13+5reb, S.Pejovic 11+4reb+1ast, V.Radmanovac 7+1reb, S.Mihajlovic 4+3reb
A League top team - Vojvodina (15-3) managed to deliver another win on Wednesday. This time they beat thirteenth ranked Zeleznicar (4-14) in Indjija 87-76. The game was mostly controlled by Vojvodina. Zeleznicar managed to win third quarter 25-23. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They made 19-of-24 free shots (79.2 percent) during the game. 24 personal fouls committed by Zeleznicar helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. Forward Nikola Kalinic (202-91) scored 12 points and 5 rebounds to lead the charge for the winners and power forward Dragan Zekovic (210-87, agency: Interperformances) chipped in 10 points and 4 assists during the contest. Five Vojvodina players scored in double figures. The best for the losing side was guard Milos Bojovic (198-81, agency: Beo Basket) with 18 points and 7 rebounds and center Goran Bajic (207-83, agency: Beo Basket) scored 15 points and 9 rebounds. Both coaches used bench players which allowed the starters a little rest for the next games. Vojvodina maintains first position with 15-3 record. Zeleznicar lost fourth consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the thirteenth place with 14 games lost. Vojvodina are looking forward to face Radnicki Basket (#4) in Beograd in the next round. Zeleznicar will play at home against Sloboda (#10) in Uzice and is hoping to prove to their fans that they can break losing series. Top scorers: Vojvodina: R.Markovic 15+2ast, N.Kalinic 12+5reb+2ast, D.Bunic 11+6reb, B.Vujosevic 11+1reb+1ast, D.Zekovic 10+4reb+4ast, S.Stojacic 10+1reb+2ast Zeleznicar: M.Bojovic 18+7reb+2ast, G.Bajic 15+9reb, N.Canak 12+6reb+3ast, V.Jojic 9+1reb+1ast, A.Radulovic 6+2reb+2ast, B.Ljubojevic 6+4reb+1ast
An interesting game took place in Uzice where higher ranked Borac (11-7) was upset on the court of eleventh ranked Sloboda (6-12) 74-66 on Wednesday. It ended at the same time the two-game winning streak of Borac. Borac trailed by 12 points after 3 quarters before a 23-19 run in the last quarter cut the deficit to 66-74 at the end of the game. They outrebounded Borac 36-23 including a 28-15 advantage in defensive rebounds. The best player for the winners was forward Branko Andjic (201-82) who scored 21 points. Center Novak Popovic (207-81, agency: 011 Sports) chipped in a double-double by scoring 13 points and 11 rebounds. At the other side the best for losing team was power forward Nemanja Todorovic (205-91) who recorded 25 points and 8 rebounds and power forward Ilija Cvetkovic (207-88, agency: Prossin Sports Management) added 17 points and 9 rebounds respectively. Sloboda moved-up to tenth place, which they share with Metalac. Loser Borac keeps the fourth position with seven games lost. They share it with Tamis and Radnicki Basket. Sloboda will meet Zeleznicar (#13) in the next round. Borac will play against Metalac (#11) in Valjevo and hope to secure a win. Top scorers: Sloboda Uzice: B.Andjic 21+4reb+2ast, N.Popovic 13+11reb, M.Rakic 12+1reb+6ast, N.Jevtovic 7+3reb, N.Marinkovic 6+9reb+2ast, A.Vasic 5+2reb+1ast Borac: N.Todorovic 25+8reb+1ast, I.Cvetkovic 17+9reb+1ast, N.Pesakovic 8+3ast, F.Pajevic 6+2reb+1ast, F.Dedijer 6+2reb, D.Radovic 2+2reb
Eighth ranked Sloga (10-8) crushed at home 10th ranked Metalac (6-12) by 24 points 80-56, which is the biggest margin this round. The game was mostly controlled by Sloga. Metalac was better in second period 23-20. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. They made 22-of-28 charity shots (78.6 percent) during the game. Sloga forced 19 Metalac turnovers. 26 personal fouls committed by Metalac helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for Djordje Tresac (193-87) who led his team to a victory with 22 points and 5 rebounds. Montenegrin guard Nenad Mijatovic (193-87) contributed with 16 points and 5 rebounds for the winners. Four Sloga players scored in double figures. Montenegrin guard Bojan Bakic (197-83, agency: Alti Sport) replied with 17 points and Montenegrin center Radomir Marojevic (207-81) added 10 points and 7 rebounds in the effort for Metalac. The winner was already known earlier in the game, so both coaches allowed to play the bench players saving starting five for next games. Sloga moved-up to seventh place, which they share with OKK Beograd. Metalac at the other side keeps the tenth position with 12 games lost. Sloga's next round opponent will be Smederevo Vizura (#9) on the road. Metalac will play against Borac in Cacak. Top scorers: Sloga: D.Tresac 22+5reb+3ast, N.Mijatovic 16+5reb+3ast, N.Ristic 13+1ast, V.Jacovic 10+4reb+2ast, J.Tyler 8+8reb, A.Marelja 5+7reb Metalac: B.Bakic 17+3reb+2ast, R.Marojevic 10+7reb, D.Djukanovic 9+2reb+1ast, S.Balmazovic 8+3reb, D.Kruscic 4+3reb+2ast, M.Trtic 4+4reb+1ast
Not a big story in a game when 9th ranked Smederevo Vizura (9-9) was rolled over on the road by third ranked Mega Vizura (13-5) 90-69. The game was mostly controlled by Mega Vizura. Smederevo Vizura was better in second period 20-18. But it was not enough to take a lead and get a victory that evening. Mega Vizura dominated down low during the game scoring 62 of its points in the paint compared to Smederevo Vizura's 34. They outrebounded Smederevo Vizura 52-29 including a 41-24 advantage in defensive rebounds. Mega Vizura players were unselfish on offense dishing 21 assists. 28 personal fouls committed by Smederevo Vizura helped opponents get some easy free throw opportunities. It was a good game for guard Nenad Miljenovic (194-93, agency: Beo Basket) who led his team to a victory with a double-double by scoring 13 points, 15 rebounds, 7 assists and 4 steals. Guard Branko Milisavljevic (193-76, agency: Beo Basket) contributed with 20 points and 8 assists for the winners. Four Mega Vizura players scored in double figures. Center Darko Balaban (211-89, agency: Beo Basket) replied with 15 points and 5 rebounds and Andrej Perovic added 11 points and 6 rebounds in the effort for Smederevo Vizura. Since the result was very predictable, it gave the chance for the coaches to test many bench players and allowed the starting five to rest. Mega Vizura moved-up to second place, which they share with BKK Radnicki. Smederevo Vizura lost third consecutive game. Newly promoted team keeps the ninth position with nine games lost. Mega Vizura's next round opponent will be bottom-ranked Proleter Naftagas (#14) in Zrenjanin which should be another easy win for them. Smederevo Vizura will play at home against Sloga (#7) in Kraljevo and it may be a tough game between close rivals. Top scorers: Mega Vizura: B.Milisavljevic 20+3reb+8ast, D.Cantekin 15+6reb, N.Miljenovic 13+15reb+7ast, M.Lukovic 12+4reb+1ast, S.Matovic 12+7reb+1ast, D.Cvetkovic 8+8reb+1ast Smederevo: D.Balaban 15+5reb, A.Perovic 11+6reb+2ast, N.Stefanovic 10+5reb+3ast, V.Popovic 9+1reb+3ast, V.Svilar 7+3reb+2ast, V.Vranic 6
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